Serving 439 students in grades 9-12, Northern Garrett High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Northern Garrett High School serves the northern part of Accident, MD, covering an extensive attendance zone of approximately 319.1 square miles, with most students living within a 20-30 minute drive, averaging about 11.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone. The furthest edge of the attendance area extends up to 19.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Garrett High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northern Garrett High School's student population of 439 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
439 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northern Garrett High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Garrett High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#429 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
24%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Garrett High School's ranking?
Northern Garrett High School is ranked #429 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Northern Garrett High School often compared to?
Northern Garrett High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Garrett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northern Garrett High School?
The graduation rate of Northern Garrett High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Northern Garrett High School?
439 students attend Northern Garrett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Northern Garrett High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Garrett High School?
Northern Garrett High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northern Garrett High School offer ?
Northern Garrett High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northern Garrett High School part of?
Northern Garrett High School is part of Garrett County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I enjoyed attending NGHS. The only thing I didn't like was the lack of clubs and extracurriculars. I attended both NGHS and county-rival SGHS, and academic-wise, Northern excelled, but Southern had a more "social" scene. I loved Northern, and if I still lived in the area, my children would be attending here, without a doubt.
1 10/10/2025
NGHS is an excellent school that has been selected in 4 different occasions as a Blue Ribbon School By US News as one of the top schools in the nation. The school has different extracurricular activities for the students. (Drama, Future Farmers of America, Army JROTC, Sport teams to include Football, Basketball, Soccer, and Volleyball among others. Students can also learn vocational careers like auto mechanics, carpentry, and tooling.
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